To keep pipes from freezing, Citizens Energy group recommends taking these steps: Story continues after photo gallery ... a section of a frozen pipe. What you don't want to use, however, is ...

HOUSTON — Pipes break during wintry weather because the water freezes and expands inside them, similar to what happens when you put a bottle of water or a can of soda in the freezer. Frozen ...

Start with the pipe nearest the faucet and work toward the frozen section. Do not leave the hairdryer unattended or let it overheat, and do not use a blowtorch or open flame to warm pipes.